George A. Kiser
Partner | HeplerBroom LLC
Robert S. Ludlum
Partner | Melick & Porter, LLPWhat You Need to Know: Tips and Strategies to Successfully Handle Depositions | On-Demand Webinar
Broadcast Date: Thursday, June 17, 2021 | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (ET)
Effectively-handled depositions provide a strong foundation in prosecuting or defending cases. However, with several legal developments continuously shaping the landscape along with the changes brought by the implementation of remote depositions because of the pandemic, handling a deposition has now become more challenging and complex.
To avoid potential risks and pitfalls, it is of utmost importance that lawyers keep themselves abreast of the strategies in taking and defending depositions. Devising efficient deposition techniques must also be considered to maximize its potentials in winning a case.
In this LIVE CLE Webcast, trial lawyers George A. Kiser (HeplerBroom LLC) and Robert S. Ludlum (Melick & Porter, LLP) will provide the audience with an in-depth discussion of an effective deposition. Speakers will also offer practical tips and strategies to avoid legal risks and pitfalls.
Key topics:
- Fundamentals of an Effective Deposition
- Legal Trends and Developments
- The Implications of Remote Depositions
- Common Risks and Pitfalls
- Practical Tips and Strategies
- Outlook
Agenda:
SEGMENT 1:
George A. Kiser, Partner
HeplerBroom LLC
- Don’t try and hit a home run with your deposition.
- Depositions serve two purposes: gathering information that your client needs to know and that you can use to investigate further, and to obtain helpful testimony for trial. Both are equally important.
- The personal knowledge of the witness (or plaintiff) is essential. No guessing, assuming or believing.
- Be precise when asking about what really matters.
SEGMENT 2:
Robert S. Ludlum, Partner
Melick & Porter, LLP
- Defending the Deposition
- Remote depositions – technology and tips
Who Should Attend:
- Litigators
- Trial Attorneys
- General Counsel
- Paralegals
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CLE Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: On-Demand Webinar | Prerequisite: None
Course Code: 148976 | Total Credits: 1.0 CLE
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